Just about all of us rise and grind every day whether we feel up to tackling our daily duties or not. And when we’re not at our best, some are better at faking it than others. It might be hard to believe that, yes, even Kelly Ripa has to fake it sometimes — and when she does, she uses Lumify Redness Reliever Eye Drops. You can get these drops pre-tax through Amazon’s FSA and HSA Store.
LUMIFY
These over-the-counter drops are made to relieve itchy eyes and reduce redness.
Ripa, 53, has been waking up with us every weekday on her show Live! with Kelly and Mark for more than two decades. She starts her day at 5 am — it’s her job to be perky and awake and she rarely (if ever) disappoints us — but she has a little help looking lively that early every day.
“I carry these with me everywhere I go because nothing works better to make you look awake than that,” she said in an interview with Glamour. “If your eyes are tired, just use those. Everybody goes, ‘Somebody got a good night’s sleep!’ Actually not.”
The active ingredient in these drops is brimonidine tartrate which works to constrict blood vessels in your eyes to give them a more vibrant appearance. It’s a low dose so you can’t get them over the counter. They’re best for people who suffer from allergies, fatigued eyes and irritation to provide long-lasting relief. These drops are also preservative-free.
They also happen to be eligible FSA and HSA-eligible and you can get the benefits on Amazon through its FSA and HSA Store (you can learn more about how to use it here).
What reviewers say
Nearly 49,000 Amazon shoppers rave about these drops, too.
“I use this before I put on makeup because my eyes look SO much better when I do,” shared a convert. “It’s hard to believe how much difference one drop in each eye can make. Nothing ages a person quite like tired, red-rimmed eyes. Lumify takes care of those issues for 8-10 hrs. on me. I have dry allergy eyes and Lumify does not irritate them or make them drier. It doesn’t moisturize them, but that’s not its job. I always keep a backup bottle on hand, and as soon as I open it, I order another one so I don’t ever run out. Once I tried it, I never went back to products I previously used because there just isn’t any comparison with the results I get from Lumify. Yes, it’s expensive, but it lasts a long time because I use literally one drop in each eye once a day.”
“I have suffered with dry eyes since being a kid,” wrote a relieved shopper. “It has always made me uncomfortable and prevented my confidence. I have been through so many types and brands of eye drops and always want to find the most innovative and safest for my health. After finding these drops, not only do they help tremendously but they also work all day! They work instantly and I don’t find myself needing to use them again throughout the work day. Using screens and being outdoors, they hold up and keep my eyes moisturized and clear. These are on constant reorder and I am always suggesting them to family and friends.”
“Miracle drops!” raved another fan. “My ophthalmologist put these drops in my eyes after an exam, and I was so amazed and impressed how it turned my red veiny eyes stark white instantaneously!”
LUMIFY
Itchy red eyes? These preservative-free drops have a low concentration of brimonidine tartrate to brighten your eyes almost instantly.
If you have Amazon Prime, you’ll get free shipping, of course. Not yet a member? No problem. You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here. (And by the way, those without Prime still get free shipping on orders of $25 or more.)
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
Gary Rose is a lifestyle connoisseur who celebrates the art of living well. She explores topics ranging from travel and fashion to home decor and culinary delights. Gary’s passion for aesthetics extends to her hobbies, which include photography and interior design.
